Apr 17 2025
According to the results of a new study, cannabidiol (CBD) significantly strengthens the epithelial barrier in Peyer’s Patches and may support the prevention of inflammation-related conditions. Conducted by researchers at Freie Universität Berlin and the University of Jordan, the study examined the effects of CBD on intestinal tissues using an ex vivo porcine model. Researchers …
Apr 17 2025
A new study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences suggests that the cannabinoid cannabinerol (CBNR) may play a role in reversing RNA splicing abnormalities linked to Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The study focused on how CBNR affects RNA splicing in an in vitro model using SH-SY5Y cells exposed to beta-amyloid (Aβ), a protein commonly …
Apr 17 2025
A new study published in the journal ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science finds that cannabinoids may offer a promising multitargeted approach for treating glaucomatous neurodegeneration, especially in patients who experience retinal damage without elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). Researchers from Jagran Lakecity University and Truba Institute of Pharmacy in India reviewed current evidence indicating that glaucoma, …
Apr 16 2025
On Tuesday, April 15, Frontiers in Oncology published the largest meta-analysis ever conducted on medical cannabis and its effects on cancer-related symptoms—a groundbreaking scientific achievement. Led by Cancer Playbook, powered by Whole Health Oncology Institute (WHOI), this systematic research review aggregated data from over 10,000 peer-reviewed studies—a scale never before achieved in this field, and …
Apr 15 2025
The U.S. cannabis industry is on track to reach a market value of $76.39 billion by 2030, according to a new report from Research and Markets. This would represent an 11.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2025 through the end of the decade, fueled by expanding legalization, increased consumer demand, and innovations in cultivation …
Apr 15 2025
Researchers from Thailand’s Kasetsart University have found that cannabis leaves can significantly improve the taste and quality of kombucha by boosting beneficial bacteria and reducing harsh acidity. The study, published by the journal Foods, examined the use of Thai cannabis leaves in kombucha brewed with assam green tea. The cannabis leaves were found to be …
Apr 13 2025
A new clinical trial from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine finds that delta-8 THC (Δ8-THC), a growingly popular hemp-derived cannabinoid, produces psychoactive effects similar to those of delta-9 THC (Δ9-THC), but only when consumed in higher doses. The peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence, involved 19 healthy adult participants with …
Apr 13 2025
Researchers in South Korea have found that an extract made from in vitro-grown cannabis callus tissue may be a valuable new addition to skincare products, thanks to its strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. The study, conducted by a team at Dongguk University and published in the journal Plants, focused on Cannabis sativa L. callus extract …
Apr 13 2025
A new study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research and indexed by the U.S. National Library of Medicine has found that silver and gold nanoparticles synthesized using cannabis waste extract have strong antibacterial effects against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a drug-resistant bacteria commonly linked to hospital infections. The research was conducted by scientists at the University …
Apr 10 2025
Cannabis use among veterans is associated with reduced stress and improved sleep quality on the same day, according to a new study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence. Researchers from King’s College London, New York University, the University of Southern California, the University of Washington, and the University of California Berkeley examined daily diary data …
